WhatsWear Gives A Toast To The Louboutin Champagne Shoe
by Alex Gambardella
Dec 8, 2009 5:25 AM PST
No need to adjust your screens, you read it right: champagne in a shoe. Once upon a time, in a far more chivalrous day and age, a man used to show his affection for a woman with more than a pick-up line and a martini from the bar. In nineteenth century Europe, gentlemen used to celebrate the performance of an exquisite ballerina and pursue their favorite courtesan by taking the ultimate plunge, performing the "tournee des grands Ducs" -- the act of drinking champagne from her shoe. In our modern times, when most relationships begin through a series of text messages, two idealists joined forces to create the rebirth of the genteel spirit that once was. The "Le Rituel" box set is the essence of class and style, with the utmost of quality from sip to sole. The drink is manufactured by Piper-Heidsick, who has been in the business of making quality champagne since 1785. Christian Louboutin, whose red sole has become symbolic of luxury and desire, worked his magic to create the couture glass stiletto fit for any Cinderella. Unfortunately, attaining recounted elegance doesn€™t come easy or cheap. Retailing at $500, "Le Rituel" is sold exclusively at select Neiman Marcus retailers and online at www.le-rituel.com and www.wine.com in extremely low quantities, so act now before the clock strikes midnight. Don't forget to visit WhatsWear for more of their favorite "it" things!
Gizmos For Your Grape Fixation: Wine Gadgets!
by Amber Fijolek
Mar 6, 2009 5:19 AM PST
It's been said that you're supposed to get five servings of fruits a day. So, that means wine counts, right? Well, wine-not? The world of wine is so big and high society's taken it to such a labyrinthine level it could boggle your brain. Wine enthusiasts have paved the way for both fellow winos and casual drinkers alike with some very inventive gadgets to help you enjoy your favorite fermented grape juices! In fact, fashion designers like Christian Audigier, Juan Carlos, and Roberto Cavalli have jumped on the wine band-wagon. While, yes, your favorite Ports are important, the point here is to accessorize! Mama always told you not to play with your food ... but technically wine's not a food. So let's play away with wine gadgets galore and see a taste of such trinkets in the slideshow!